About The Peter Schodde Memorial Piano Scholarship
In memory of the late Peter Schodde - former Treasurer, Vice President, pianist and
philanthropist - Recitals Australia presented a concert in August 2012 to raise funds
to support a scholarship for young South Australian pianists. The concert raised
almost $25,000 which, combined with future fundraising events, will provide five
$5,000 scholarships in alternate years from 2013 to 2021.
Recitals Australia has partnered with the Helpmann Academy to make the Peter
Schodde Memorial Piano Scholarship available to as broad a range of South
Australian pianists as possible. The Scholarship is open to pianists between the ages
of 18 and 26 who are passionate about their futures as musicians and have valid
plans in place for the next challenge in their studies.
Eligibility and Selection Process
The Scholarship is open to South Australian residents receiving full-time or single
study tuition in piano. Applicants must have been living in South Australia for a
minimum of two years leading up to the date of application (June 26) and have been
receiving piano tuition for a minimum of two years leading up to the date of
application. Applicants must be between the ages of 18 and 26 on 1 October 2015.
Applicants shortlisted by the Scholarship selection panel will be invited for interview
(late July*), which will include a 20-minute performance. A number of these
shortlisted candidates will be chosen to perform for approximately 30 minutes in a
public recital at a later date*
Following this recital – on the night or at a later date - the Scholarship selection panel
will convene to choose the overall winner based upon the quality of their written
application and support material, the value of the applicant’s proposed future project
or study and the applicant’s public performance.
* Dates and venues to be notified
Applications
All applications must be submitted to the Helpmann Academy via email, to
[email protected] by 5.00pm Friday 26 June.
A verified CD, DVD or USB stick of recent performances (within 12 months of
application), fully documented and clearly marked with the names of both the
applicant and the Scholarship, should be posted or delivered to the Helpmann
Academy by the application due date at:
Postal Address
Helpmann Academy
PO Box 2185
Kent Town BC, 5071
Delivery Address
Rear 64 Fullarton Road
Enter via Gray Street
NORWOOD
Application Content
A well-presented written application using the following headings must be submitted
by all candidates:
Section 1 – CV
1.
Birth certificate (verified extract or passport is acceptable. Please submit a
scanned copy. Panel may request original)
2.
A concise CV (maximum of 2 pages)
3.
Academic statements (university, AMEB or other examining entities, SACE)
4.
Evidence of recent performances (list dates, times and venues)
5.
Evidence of success in performances and competitions (reports, reviews)
6.
Evidence of appropriate study extensions (master classes, lessons,
conferences)
7.
Repertoire list (solo and collaborative)
8.
A verified CD or DVD of recent performances
9.
Recent photo suitable for programs/publicity
10.
Recent bio suitable for programs/publicity
Section 2 – Outline of proposed advanced study
1.
A short summary of the proposed project/study (two sentences maximum)
2.
A detailed description of the proposed project/study
3.
Written evidence that appropriate courses/mentors have been secured
4.
A simple budget indicating the cost of the proposed study and the candidate’s
ability to cover any costs beyond the support of the Scholarship (costs include
course/conference fees, living expenses, travel, scores, recordings, concert
attendance etc.)
5.
Written support letter from current or past piano teacher that this project is
appropriate to expand the applicant’s talents
6.
At least two written references from appropriate referees – one supporting the
applicant’s pianistic prowess and the other supporting the applicant’s ability to
manage the administrative side of the project
Application and Selection Process
1.
A written application outlining a proposed project – Due date Friday 26 June
2.
The selection of appropriate applicants – Mid July*
3.
Applicant interviews and short (up to 15 minutes) performance and selection
of finalists – late July / early August*
4.
Public performance by 3 or 4 finalists – Date TBC
5.
Announcement of the Scholarship winner – Date TBC
Application forms are available at helpmannacademy.com.au. Call Helpmann
Academy on 8132 0777 or email [email protected] with any
queries regarding an application.
Regulations
I.
The Peter Schodde Memorial Piano Scholarship is valued at $5,000 or more,
should there be further fundraising events
II.
Decisions made by the Recitals Australia Awards Sub Committee and the
Peter Schodde Scholarship Selection Committee will be final and no
correspondence will be entered into with any entrant or any other person
III.
Recitals Australia reserves the right to record, televise, photograph, film or
tape Stages 3 and 4 of the Selection Process
IV.
Applicants will make themselves available for any media opportunities
arranged by Recitals Australia and the Helpmann Academy
V.
Winners of the Scholarship may not enter again
VI.
Should Recitals Australia be unable to convene the Scholarship at any time in
the future the remaining funds will be bequeathed to the Elder
Conservatorium of Music to administer in association with the Helpmann
Academy
VII.
Scholarship winners must provide a written report to Recitals Australia and
the Helpmann Academy within one month of the completion of their project
detailing the project outcomes and a summary acquittal report of the funds
awarded in the Scholarship. The recipient may be asked for clarification and
proof of expenditure (such as through the provision of receipts) as necessary.
VIII.
The recipient is awarded the Scholarship for the specifically stated project.
Should the Scholarship recipient be unable to undertake or complete the
agreed project, the Recitals Australia Convenor and Helpmann Academy
must be notified immediately to discuss either possible alternatives or part or
full return of the scholarship funds to Recitals Australia. The decision whether
to accept or reject an alternative proposal rests solely with the Recitals
Australia Awards Sub Committee and the Peter Schodde Scholarship
Selection Committee.
IX.
Recitals Australia reserves the right to alter Scholarship conditions including
application requirements, the selection process, dates, venues or personnel
as deemed necessary